Carlos Raposo Tinto

Description

Carlos Raposo The Definidos range is born with the aim of revealing the immense potential of the Dão. These are delicate, precise, and authentic wines, crafted for discerning connoisseurs who value originality and character. With a great capacity for bottle evolution, they stand out for their mineralism and freshness in the white, and for fresh fruit, forest aromas and spices in the red. The Definidos are, in part, the “younger siblings” of the Imperfect Wines. The grapes that make up this wine come from different sub‑regions of the Dão, where the vines are aged between 100 and 120 years. The vast majority of these grapes come from old vines with a wide blend of typical regional varieties, such as Tinta Pinheira, Tinta Carvalha, Baga, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Fêmea, Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro, Jaen, among others. The grapes were hand‑picked and, during the harvest, a first selection of the fruit was carried out in the field, with the harvest picking only the suitable grapes according to stringent quality criteria. Winemaking: the grapes were carefully transported in 15‑kg crates. At the cellar entrance, a second sorting of the grapes took place, and only the perfect bunches were sent by gravity to the old cement tanks (1962), where the alcoholic fermentation occurred naturally, without the addition of chemicals or yeasts. After fermentation, malolactic fermentation was carried out in the same cement tanks. After 22 months, each tank was selected to compose the final batch of Definido Red. The ideal glass for serving this wine is the “Burgundy” style. Pairing: game dishes (quail, deer), duck rice. Vegetarian suggestions: mushroom or truffle dishes. Suitable for vegans & vegetarians: Yes Awards 92/100 – James Suckling Best of Portugal – Vinous 19/20 – Evasões 18/20 – Paixão pelo Vinho